We build relationships grounded in sincere dialogue and genuine trust, enabling us to identify challenges faced by people and organizations and guide them toward effective solutions.
By understanding the essence of change and applying expertise backed by experience, we support sustainable growth and the creation of new value.
In this era where diverse cultures and businesses intersect, we stand as a true partner—bridging Japan and the world to shape a better future together.
We provide comprehensive support for obtaining residence status such as work visas, business management visas, and dependent visas.
In collaboration with certified immigration specialists, we guide clients through complex procedures with clarity and reliability—ensuring a smooth start to life and work in Japan.
For clients looking to launch or expand their business in Japan, we offer end-to-end assistance for company formation.
From selecting the appropriate legal entity to registration, taxation, and labor-related arrangements, we provide one-stop support backed by proven expertise—helping international professionals establish a strong foundation for success in Japan.
Building partnerships with Japanese companies can open new opportunities for sustainable growth.
We assist with local business matching, partnership negotiations, and cross-cultural communication, offering practical advice based on local insight.
As a trusted bridge between global and Japanese enterprises, we help you build meaningful collaborations that drive mutual success.
Appointed as Public Prosecutor, Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office (1983)
Director, General Affairs Division, Criminal Affairs Bureau (2005)
Director, Secretariat Division, Minister’s Secretariat (2006)
Senior Deputy Director-General, Minister’s Secretariat (2008)
Chief Prosecutor, Matsuyama District Public Prosecutors Office (2010)
Director-General, Minister’s Secretariat (2011)
Vice-Minister for Justice (2016)
Superintending Prosecutor, Tokyo High Public Prosecutors Office (2019 – resigned May 2020)
Established Kurokawa Management Consulting LLC (Representative Partner, 2021)
Joined Uryu & Itoga Law Firm (2024)
Registered Attorney, Dai-Ichi Tokyo Bar Association (Judicial Training Class 35)
Director, Public Relations Office, Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau (2001)
Chief Tax Inspector, Hiroshima Branch, National Tax Agency (2003)
Deputy Director, Investigation Division No.3, Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau (2004)
Chief Tax Inspector, Minister’s Secretariat, National Tax Agency (2005)
Commissioner, Takamatsu Regional Taxation Bureau (2007)
Established Kamimura Tax Accounting Office (2008 – present)
Outside Auditor, Fujitomi Co., Ltd. (now Fujitomi Securities Co., Ltd.) (2012–2021)
Auditor, ADVANCE Inc. (2015 – present)
Outside Auditor, Yazaki Corporation (2015 – present)
Auditor, Taiyo Group Co., Ltd. and TSP Taiyo Co., Ltd. (2016 – present)
Outside Director (Audit & Supervisory Committee Member), Fujitomi Securities Co., Ltd. (2021 – present)
Joined the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Headquarters, assigned to the Youth Division (Feb 1972)
Transferred to the Policy Research Council
Responsible for the Constitution Research Council, Education Division, Legal Affairs Division, Cabinet Division, Labor Division, and Special Committee on Public Safety, etc. (Oct 1983)
Assigned to the Foreign Affairs Division (until appointment as Director of the Chairperson's Office) (Nov 1988)
Deputy Director, Policy Research Council Administrative Department (Apr 1997)
Retired from LDP Headquarters at the mandatory age of 65 (May 2008)
Policy Secretary to Hirotaka Ishihara, Member of the House of Representatives (May 2008)
Resigned following the dissolution of the House of Representatives (Jul 2009)
Secretary to Tadahiro Matsushita, Minister of State for Financial Services (Oct 2009)
Secretary to Asahiko Mihara, Member of the House of Representatives (Jan 2013)
Secretary to Taro Aso, Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Financial Services(May 2015)
Born May 22, 1964, in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan.
Debuted in the entertainment industry in 1981 as a member of the “Yokohama Ginbae” family.
Released the hit song “Otokonoshō” (A Man’s Honor) in 1982.
Continues to work actively as a television personality and actor.
| Company Name |
ADVANCE Inc. |
|---|---|
| Address | Maison Blanche 101, 5-20-4 Honkomagome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan |
| TEL / FAX | +81-3-3822-5275 / +81-3-3822-5280 |
| Representative | Yuma Yamaguchi |
| Established | April 2, 2025 |
| Business Activities |
Consulting services related to labor dispatch business under the Worker Dispatch Act Agency services for management, accounting, finance, and labor-related operations Contracting and undertaking of outsourcing services Provision of various information services via the Internet Consulting and support services for foreign nationals Licensed dealer under the Antique Business Act Support, consulting, and intermediation related to the above businesses Any and all other activities incidental or related to the above |
